The Introduction to Agribusiness is designed to introduce the dynamics of agricultural science and business. Through classroom, laboratory, and greenhouse work, students will be better equipped to make culturally, environmentally, and financially responsible judgments in and about the agricultural world around them. Topics for inquiry will include forestry, wildlife management, animal and plant husbandry, environmental science, horticulture, aquaculture, hydroponics, biotechnology, agribusiness, and others.
Elective Credit: 0.5

Classroom instruction consists principally of instruction in plant science and horticultural principles and practices. Topics will include the importance of plants in society, plant anatomy and physiology, soil science, growth and reproduction of important agronomic crops, and disease and pest control in plants. Students in this class are assigned the responsibility of managing several greenhouse crops. Emphasis is also given to laboratory technique in plant tissue culture (cloning of plants). Landscape design and implementation projects may be undertaken. Hydroponics labs will be conducted. Career opportunities in horticulture, floriculture, landscaping, and plant propagation are discussed.
Elective Credit: 1.0

This course is designed to give the student an understanding and appreciation of the impact of man’s activities on the environment. Ground water contamination, waste disposal, soil conservation and management, the management of renewable natural resources, and topics in forestry and wildlife conservation and management are included in this course. Basic mapping and surveying techniques will be demonstrated to complement general scientific process. The course content is designed to meet the needs of those students who wish to pursue careers in environmental science, conservation, forestry, and fish and wildlife management.
Elective Credit: 1.0

Agribusiness production, distribution, and financial models will be examined. Market structures will be studied and tracked via the Internet. The computer lab in the agriscience classroom will be used for applied study in agribusiness. Word-processing, presentation graphics, web page design, spreadsheets, databases, digital photography, and Internet research will be covered. Use of computers and technology in agriscience will be demonstrated via real-time data collection and analysis of the aquaculture, hydroponics, and greenhouse systems.
Elective Credit: 1.0

Mechanics and Technology I

This course is designed for students who enjoy practical, hands-on work. Topics will include systems of masonry, plumbing, general carpentry, basic framing, roofing, siding, and pneumatics. Safe usage of common tools will be emphasized. Skills applicable to the average homeowner will be taught. Career opportunities, apprenticing, and vocational/technical schooling will be explored.
Elective Credit: 1.0

Mechanics and Technology II

This course is designed for students who enjoy practical, hands-on work. Topics will include systems of welding ("stick"/arc, "wire-feed"/flux core, MIG, TIG and oxy-fuel), internal combustion systems (gasoline, diesel, two-stroke, four-stroke), ancilliary vehicle systems (transmission/gear boxes, hydraulics, braking, etc.) and residential AC electrical systems. Safe usage of common tools will be emphasized. Skills applicable to the average homeowner will be taught. Career opportunities, apprenticing, and vocational/technical schooling will be explored.
Elective Credit: 1.0

This class consists of advanced study in the science of animal agriculture. Topics include the history, development, and future of animal agriculture. This course involves the in-depth study of all animal systems and current topics in animal biotechnology, such as cloning, intensive/selective breeding, artificial insemination, and growth and production hormones. Non-traditional animal crops and systems will be discussed. Some lab or production work may be required, especially with our aquaculture system. Course content is designed to meet the needs of those students who may be considering a career in animal agriculture, pet care, veterinary medicine, or animal nutrition. Biology is recommended prior to this course.
Elective Credit: 1.0